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Question 1 of 50
Question 1
Easy
Passage
Moss moisture trial
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. All samples are grown in the same lab. Air speed is held constant within each chamber. The editor prepared the account of ridge moss, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of ridge moss, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 2 of 50
Question 2
Easy
Passage
The borrowed coat
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies Amal as the protagonist of an original winter tale and the blue coat as a coat borrowed from Amal's older cousin. The archivist prepared the account of Amal, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of Amal, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 3 of 50
Question 3
Easy
Passage
Food-waste messages
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that cost-framed signs and community-framed signs promote the same waste-reduction behavior. The editor prepared the account of cost-framed signs, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of cost-framed signs, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 4 of 50
Question 4
Easy
Passage
Seed-coat temperature
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Researchers place equal groups under a lamp. They measure coat temperature before germination. The archivist prepared the account of dark-coated seeds, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of dark-coated seeds, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 5 of 50
Question 5
Easy
Passage
Messages in clay
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The same marks represent craft to Davin and memory to Reya. Their interpretations differ without contradicting each other. The editor prepared the account of Davin, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of Davin, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 6 of 50
Question 6
Easy
Passage
Cycling-route feedback
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The proposal covers eighteen kilometers. All rides occur during daylight. The archivist prepared the account of online map comments, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of online map comments, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 7 of 50
Question 7
Easy
Passage
Urban moth movement
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies continuous hedge as an unbroken planted corridor in a synthetic field test and spaced planters as separate habitat patches along another route. The editor prepared the account of continuous hedge, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of continuous hedge, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 8 of 50
Question 8
Easy
Passage
A quiet election
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that Suri and Malik seek broader student participation. The archivist prepared the account of Suri, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of Suri, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 9 of 50
Question 9
Easy
Passage
School breakfast timing
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Three schools record participation under the old schedule. They move service after the bell for six weeks. The editor prepared the account of before-school service, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of before-school service, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 10 of 50
Question 10
Easy
Passage
Cooling roof tiles
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Ribbed tiles cool faster during the first ten minutes. The difference narrows as both approach room temperature. The archivist prepared the account of ribbed tiles, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of ribbed tiles, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 11 of 50
Question 11
Easy
Passage
The river postcard
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The postcard bears no photograph. Its stamp shows a small bird. The editor prepared the account of the postcard, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of the postcard, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 12 of 50
Question 12
Easy
Passage
Restoring a public square
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies the fountain plan as a proposal to restore a square's historic fountain and the shade plan as a proposal to add trees and movable seats. The archivist prepared the account of the fountain plan, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of the fountain plan, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 13 of 50
Question 13
Easy
Passage
Bee learning cues
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that color cue and shape cue help bees locate a reward. The editor prepared the account of color cue, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of color cue, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 14 of 50
Question 14
Easy
Passage
Actors and masks
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Mei rehearses the scene without the mask. She repeats it with the mask and slower gestures. The archivist prepared the account of Mei, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of Mei, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 15 of 50
Question 15
Easy
Passage
Color in wayfinding
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Visitors navigate fastest when continuous and numbered cues are combined. The building has only two floors. The editor prepared the account of blue floor markings, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of blue floor markings, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 16 of 50
Question 16
Medium
Passage
Stream restoration
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Upstream flow is monitored. No barriers block fish passage. The archivist prepared the account of woody barriers, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of woody barriers, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 17 of 50
Question 17
Medium
Passage
A baker's ledger
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies Jun as a baker in an original neighborhood story and Jun's ledger as a notebook containing recipes and customer debts. The editor prepared the account of Jun, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of Jun, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 18 of 50
Question 18
Medium
Passage
Ceramic surface traditions
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that river-clay bowls and ash-glazed jars use local materials to produce distinctive surfaces. The archivist prepared the account of river-clay bowls, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of river-clay bowls, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 19 of 50
Question 19
Medium
Passage
Night-blooming flowers
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Cameras record visits from sunset to dawn. Researchers compare visitor type and visit duration. The editor prepared the account of wide flowers, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of wide flowers, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 20 of 50
Question 20
Medium
Passage
Voices across a courtyard
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Their improvised exchange becomes a daily greeting. Neither character knows the other's name. The archivist prepared the account of Asha, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of Asha, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 21 of 50
Question 21
Medium
Passage
Captions and looking
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Discussion is recorded in pairs. Viewing time is capped at four minutes. The editor prepared the account of descriptive captions, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of descriptive captions, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 22 of 50
Question 22
Medium
Passage
Battery storage temperature
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies cool storage as battery cells stored at a low stable temperature and warm storage as matched cells stored in a warmer chamber. The archivist prepared the account of cool storage, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of cool storage, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 23 of 50
Question 23
Medium
Passage
The restored chair
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that the carved chair and Mina balance preservation with practical repair. The editor prepared the account of the carved chair, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of the carved chair, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 24 of 50
Question 24
Medium
Passage
Sound-map installation
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. An artist records at dawn and evening. Software links each recording to a moving point on the map. The archivist prepared the account of field recordings, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of field recordings, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 25 of 50
Question 25
Medium
Passage
Bird-call detection
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Combining methods produces the longest species list. Some recorded calls cannot be identified confidently. The editor prepared the account of automated microphones, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of automated microphones, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 26 of 50
Question 26
Medium
Passage
Market-day archives
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The archive covers twelve market years. Several pages have damaged edges. The archivist prepared the account of harbor tax lists, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of harbor tax lists, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 27 of 50
Question 27
Medium
Passage
Translation choices
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies version A as an original translation using formal diction and version B as an original translation using conversational diction. The editor prepared the account of version A, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of version A, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 28 of 50
Question 28
Medium
Passage
Salt-tolerant seedlings
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that line K and line M show reduced growth at the highest salt level. The archivist prepared the account of line K, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of line K, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 29 of 50
Question 29
Medium
Passage
Neighborhood shade survey
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Observers record shaded pavement at noon. They compare readings during the same clear week. The editor prepared the account of Block Alder, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of Block Alder, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 30 of 50
Question 30
Medium
Passage
Poster hierarchy
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Viewers find the date faster without losing access to venue information. The test uses a single poster design. The archivist prepared the account of large date text, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of large date text, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 31 of 50
Question 31
Medium
Passage
Reef-sound playback
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Playback volume matches natural recordings. Sites are monitored by low-light cameras. The editor prepared the account of healthy-reef sounds, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of healthy-reef sounds, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 32 of 50
Question 32
Medium
Passage
Library access pilot
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies mobile library stops as temporary book-lending stations in a synthetic pilot and extended evening hours as a schedule change at the main library. The archivist prepared the account of mobile library stops, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of mobile library stops, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 33 of 50
Question 33
Medium
Passage
Dance notation workshop
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that symbolic notation and video rehearsal preserve complementary aspects of choreography. The editor prepared the account of symbolic notation, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of symbolic notation, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 34 of 50
Question 34
Medium
Passage
Leaf-surface droplets
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Technicians place droplets at fixed points. They photograph droplet shape after thirty seconds. The archivist prepared the account of waxed leaves, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of waxed leaves, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 35 of 50
Question 35
Medium
Passage
Two oral histories
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The interviews broaden the strike history beyond speeches by leaders. Memory may shape each narrator's emphasis. The editor prepared the account of Laleh's interview, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of Laleh's interview, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 36 of 50
Question 36
Medium
Passage
Architectural reuse
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The depot closed forty years earlier. The roof is replaced with similar tiles. The archivist prepared the account of the old depot shell, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of the old depot shell, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 37 of 50
Question 37
Medium
Passage
The two lantern makers
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies Mara as an apprentice lantern maker in an original story and Ilan as the workshop's experienced glass cutter. The editor prepared the account of Mara, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of Mara, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 38 of 50
Question 38
Medium
Passage
Crosswalk redesign
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that raised crossings and painted curb extensions seek to improve pedestrian safety. The archivist prepared the account of raised crossings, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of raised crossings, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 39 of 50
Question 39
Medium
Passage
Exhibition sequence
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Curators establish a chronological main path. They add thematic alcoves along that path. The editor prepared the account of chronological layout, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of chronological layout, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 40 of 50
Question 40
Medium
Passage
A garden remembered
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The flower helps Nia recover a story she thought she had forgotten. Nia cannot identify every plant in the old garden. The archivist prepared the account of Nia, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of Nia, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 41 of 50
Question 41
Hard
Passage
Community translation
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The town uses four common community languages. The recordings last under two minutes. The editor prepared the account of translated notices, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of translated notices, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 42 of 50
Question 42
Hard
Passage
Poetry in two voices
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies Voice One as the first speaker in an original two-voice poem and Voice Two as the answering speaker in the poem. The archivist prepared the account of Voice One, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of Voice One, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 43 of 50
Question 43
Hard
Passage
The station clock
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that Tomas and the station clock shape Tomas's perception of time. The editor prepared the account of Tomas, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of Tomas, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 44 of 50
Question 44
Hard
Passage
Museum label experiment
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Curators assign label types to matched galleries. Visitors later describe one object they remember. The archivist prepared the account of short object labels, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of short object labels, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 45 of 50
Question 45
Hard
Passage
Community mural archive
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The combined archive distinguishes design changes from later damage. Some planning meetings were not documented. The editor prepared the account of planning sketches, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of planning sketches, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 46 of 50
Question 46
Hard
Passage
Two maps of home
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The neighborhood grew around an old market. Both maps are folded into blue envelopes. The archivist prepared the account of Evelyn's map, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of Evelyn's map, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 47 of 50
Question 47
Hard
Passage
Shared-work schedules
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The entry identifies fixed shifts as the original schedule at a synthetic repair cooperative and self-selected shifts as a trial schedule chosen weekly by workers. The editor prepared the account of fixed shifts, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of fixed shifts, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 48 of 50
Question 48
Hard
Passage
Accessible performance guide
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The account explains that plain-language synopsis and sensory guide prepare different audience needs before a performance. The archivist prepared the account of plain-language synopsis, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of plain-language synopsis, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 49 of 50
Question 49
Hard
Passage
The unfinished melody
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. Leena removes several crowded measures. Oren plays the revised ending after a long pause. The editor prepared the account of Leena, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe editor
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the editor (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the editor as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the editor, the designer, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the editor, not the designer.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Explanation
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The editor prepared the account of Leena, whereas the designer checked the labels. Because the editor had agreed to make every revision, the editor revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the editor identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Question 50 of 50
Question 50
Hard
Passage
Park-use counts
The revision makes the intended pronoun reference explicit. The parks have similar daily totals but different timing patterns. Counts come from three weekdays. The archivist prepared the account of Ridge Park, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, Grammar form blank: _____ revised the account before publication.
Correct answerthe archivist
Grammar structure audit
Official domain
Standard English Conventions
Official skill
Form, Structure, and Sense
Topic
10-9 · Pronoun Reference and Clarity
Official competency
Pronoun Antecedent Agreement
Instructional alignment
Supporting
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Convention
clear pronoun reference
Why the keyed form works
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
Antecedent
the archivist (singular, third person)
Why this choice?
Incorrect. It would refer to an inanimate singular item, not the person performing the revision.
Why this choice?
Correct. The explicit noun phrase clearly identifies the archivist as the reviser.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. They could refer to the archivist, the researcher, or both.
Why this choice?
Incorrect. The context assigns revisions to the archivist, not the researcher.
Explanation
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun. The conventionally completed text reads: “The archivist prepared the account of Ridge Park, whereas the researcher checked the labels. Because the archivist had agreed to make every revision, the archivist revised the account before publication.”
Grammar map
explicit responsibility → explicit noun phrase
Target
unambiguous subject reference
Form and sense decision
Repeating the archivist identifies the intended actor without an ambiguous pronoun.
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